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Museum Ostwall im Dortmunder U
Major museum for 20th- and 21st-century art in the Dortmunder U, with changing exhibitions and city views from the upper floors.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp to Dortmund will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
To travel from Antwerp to Dortmund you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Antwerp to Dortmund run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 215 km distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Antwerp to Dortmund.
The table below shows live departures for Antwerp to Dortmund trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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3139+ 9471 | 18:06 Antwerp-Central | 4h34 | 22:40 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
3139+ 9471 | 18:11 Antwerp-Berchem | 4h29 | 22:40 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
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EC 9219 · IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077 | 8:45 Antwerp-Central | 4h29 | 13:14 Dortmund Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 9219 · IC 3626 · ICE 123 · 31258 | 8:45 Antwerp-Central | 4h41 | 13:26 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 9219 · IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077 | On time 8:45 Antwerp-Central | 3h59 | 12:44 Dortmund Hbf | 5 changes | |
EC 9223 · IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 | 9:45 Antwerp-Central | 4h29 | 14:14 Dortmund Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 9223 · IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 | On time 9:45 Antwerp-Central | 3h56 | 13:41 Dortmund Hbf | 5 changes | |
2038+ 9459 | 16:25 Antwerp-Central | 4h16 | 20:41 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
2038+ 9459 | 16:30 Antwerp-Berchem | 4h11 | 20:41 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
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Major museum for 20th- and 21st-century art in the Dortmunder U, with changing exhibitions and city views from the upper floors.
Interactive football museum beside the main station, covering German football history with media installations and trophies.
Museum at Zollern Colliery presenting Ruhr industrial history in a striking Art Nouveau machine hall and heritage complex.
Large urban lake with promenades, boat hire and skyline views; popular for walks, cycling and waterside relaxation.
Green park with themed gardens, mature trees and one of Germany’s notable botanical collections, ideal for a quiet stroll.
Central square framed by historic façades and busy streets, useful as a starting point for exploring the old city centre.
A dark, top-fermented beer from Dortmund, long tied to the city’s brewing heritage. It is smoother and less bitter than Pils, and a classic local drink.
A hearty potato stew from Westphalia, traditionally cooked with vegetables and sausage or bacon. It is valued as comforting regional home cooking.
A classic Westphalian dish of rye bread topped with ham, pickles and sometimes egg. It reflects the region’s rye bread and cured meat traditions.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving Dortmund classics, beer and hearty regional dishes in a lively, historic setting.
Established German restaurant known for generous regional cooking, seasonal dishes and a warm, traditional atmosphere.
Casual local venue popular for currywurst, schnitzel and Ruhrgebiet comfort food in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while public transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Dortmund Hbf -> Platz der Deutschen Einheit, Dortmund
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp to Dortmund by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Antwerp to Dortmund trains use the Antwerpen Centraal to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund-Germania. Use this guide to compare Antwerp and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
Antwerpen-Berchem is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Berchem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Wagamama, Brasserie Dikke Mee
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem, Tulip Inn Antwerpen, Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station.
Dortmund Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund-Germania is 7 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Germania has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Óla Kalá, Imbiss Futterluke, Pizzeria Puzzle, Side Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Germania. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Germania.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Germania. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Germania.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Germania. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Germania: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Germania: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Germania.
Dortmund-Oespel is 6 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Oespel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Oespeler Deele da Gian, Olympia Grill, Casa del Gusto, Wiacker Gartencafé
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Oespel. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Oespel.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Oespel. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Oespel.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Oespel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Oespel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Oespel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Oespel.
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